Property description

DESCRIPTION
The Old Church is a truly exceptional property, set in delightful grounds of half an acre adjoining open countryside and adjacent to the Grand Union Canal. This charming home is steeped in history dating back to the 14th Century having been restored in 1883 and altered in the 1970`s when an extension was added to the southern elevation. Entered via a stone porch with chamfered stone arch and quoins, the accommodation comprises a sitting room with vaulted ceiling and a glorious stained glass window with reticulated tracery, a dual aspect kitchen with space for a range style cooker, dining room with slate floor and log burner which opens into a painted timber conservatory. The first floor offers a galleried landing overlooking the sitting room with study area and a further staircase leading to a mezzanine level. The master bedroom enjoys spectacular views and has an en-suite shower room. The second bedroom also enjoys views over the surrounding countryside with a further window featuring reticulated tracery. The first floor accommodation is completed by a luxurious bathroom. The previously mentioned mezzanine level offers a bedroom with a raised platform and galleried area overlooking the sitting room. Externally, the grounds are undoubtedly a fine feature of this property measuring around half an acre. The east boundary is flanked by a tall retaining wall with a timber gate providing access directly on to the tow path of the Grand Union Canal. The grounds have been well tended with large areas of lawn, mature shrubs and trees. The south and east boundaries adjoin open fields. To the front of the property there is a further area of garden where the detached double garage can be found.

SITUATION
This tiny hamlet lies to the south of Leighton Buzzard, just inside the Buckinghamshire county boundary, by the Grand Union Canal and River Ouzel and is surrounded by gently undulating pasture and arable farmland. For rail commuters Leighton Buzzard station only some 2 miles away with a mainline link of 29 minutes into Euston London. There is an additional station at Cheddington only 3 miles away with a 40 minute journey into Euston London. For road travel the M25 can be reached via the A41 (T) Tring bypass in about thirty minutes or via junction 9 on the M1 (approximately 20 minutes away). Sports, shopping and social activities are available in nearby Leighton Buzzard. This Village benefits from being within the Aylesbury Grammar school catchment area.



LOCAL AUTHORITY
Aylesbury Vale District Council.

VIEWING
By appointment with Cesare & Co, 48 High Street, Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 5AG.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Although these particulars, together with any photographs and/or any floor plans, are intended to give a fair description of the property, they do not constitute any offer or any part of a Contract. The Vendors, his Agents, Cesare & Co and persons in the employment do not give any warranty whatever in relation to this property. All measurements are approximate. Any appliances and/or services mentioned within these particulars have not been tested or verified by the Agent. All negotiations should be conducted through Cesare & Co.



Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Purchasers must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.